Musee Lambinet (Lambinet Museum), Versailles
The Lambinet Museum offers a perfect alternative for visitors who might find the Ch芒teau de Versailles overwhelming or too crowded. Housed in the elegant Lambinet Hotel, this museum provides a more intimate glimpse into the rich history of Versailles. The h么tel particulier, or grand townhouse, was designed in 1751 by Elie Blanchard for Joseph Porchon, a wealthy constructor. The garden fa莽ade features a pediment adorned with a sculpture representing Architecture, highlighting the building鈥檚 sophisticated design. Originally built on the site of a drained lake, the Lambinet Hotel later became a significant part of Versailles' cultural heritage.
In 1852, Jean-Fran莽ois Lambinet, who served as the Mayor of Versailles until 1848, purchased the townhouse. His heirs bequeathed the building to the town in 1929, and it was transformed into a museum in 1932. The Lambinet Museum now boasts 35 rooms thoughtfully divided into three main sections, each offering a distinct perspective on art and history. The first section is dedicated to fine arts, featuring works from the 16th to the 20th century, showcasing the evolution of artistic styles over the centuries.
The second section of the museum beautifully recreates an 18th-century apartment, complete with decorative arts, furnishings, and paintings typical of the era. This immersive experience allows visitors to step back in time and appreciate the elegance and refinement of 18th-century French nobility. The attention to detail in this recreation provides a vivid portrayal of daily life during this period.
The third section focuses on the history of Versailles, exploring its beginnings, its role during the French Revolution and the First Empire, and the influence of its inhabitants on the American War for Independence. This area includes maps, plans, and charters, all accompanied by detailed explanations. These exhibits help visitors understand not only the beauty of Versailles but also the significant role French kings played in shaping modern society.
In 1852, Jean-Fran莽ois Lambinet, who served as the Mayor of Versailles until 1848, purchased the townhouse. His heirs bequeathed the building to the town in 1929, and it was transformed into a museum in 1932. The Lambinet Museum now boasts 35 rooms thoughtfully divided into three main sections, each offering a distinct perspective on art and history. The first section is dedicated to fine arts, featuring works from the 16th to the 20th century, showcasing the evolution of artistic styles over the centuries.
The second section of the museum beautifully recreates an 18th-century apartment, complete with decorative arts, furnishings, and paintings typical of the era. This immersive experience allows visitors to step back in time and appreciate the elegance and refinement of 18th-century French nobility. The attention to detail in this recreation provides a vivid portrayal of daily life during this period.
The third section focuses on the history of Versailles, exploring its beginnings, its role during the French Revolution and the First Empire, and the influence of its inhabitants on the American War for Independence. This area includes maps, plans, and charters, all accompanied by detailed explanations. These exhibits help visitors understand not only the beauty of Versailles but also the significant role French kings played in shaping modern society.
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Sight Name: Musee Lambinet (Lambinet Museum)
Sight Location: Versailles, France (See walking tours in Versailles)
Sight Type: Museum/Gallery
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Sight Location: Versailles, France (See walking tours in Versailles)
Sight Type: Museum/Gallery
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Walking Tours in Versailles, France
Create Your Own Walk in Versailles
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Versailles Introduction Walking Tour
Versailles, a wealthy suburb of Paris some 20 kilometers southwest of the capital, is steeped in grandeur and regal history. Known worldwide for its opulent palace 鈥� the residence of French royalty, this small town offers much more than just its royal gates. Versailles is a living museum of French architecture and aristocratic life and is historically known for numerous treaties signed there,... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.5 Km or 2.2 Miles
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.5 Km or 2.2 Miles
Versailles Gardens Walking Tour
Spread across a vast (800-hectare) area, the Versailles Gardens are the quintessential example of regal grandeur and meticulous French landscape design. Most of its feature areas 鈥� known as 'groves' 鈥� were created by King Louis XIV鈥檚 chief landscape architect Andr茅 Le N么tre. Key among the garden's numerous attractions is the Orangerie Fountain, which sets the tone for its... view more
Tour Duration: 3 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.5 Km or 2.2 Miles
Tour Duration: 3 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.5 Km or 2.2 Miles